Lanni Lantto, Fashion (re) Designer

Monday, April 15, 2013

Lanni Lantto, an eco-designer living in Chicago, IL, has a philosophy which she believes differentiates her between other fashion designers, this philosophy is the concept of her label name, “(re)”; reuse, reduce, redesign, rethink, reinvent, recycle. The materials she uses for her collections are obtained from thrift stores, where no material is off limit.

Made from 9 layers of lace and a stunning back accent of an heirloom table runner.

"I breathe new life into fashion otherwise destined for the landfill. After all, the most eco-friendly fabrics are those that already exist. I am committed to creating a shift of consciousness by sourcing all 2nd hand materials locally, using reclaimed sewing materials (even mannequins), & displaying my pieces with recycled tags and on salvaged clothing racks. I’m proud to be a designer who supports my local economy through a business that essentially creates no new waste." Lanni
Lantto.